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Euro-2024: Weghorst Snatches Winner for Netherlands Against Poland
Euro-2024: Weghorst Snatches Winner for Netherlands Against Poland

Substitute Wout Weghorst snatched a late winner for the Netherlands in a 2-1 victory over Poland on Sunday in their opening Euro 2024 clash. The Burnley striker, who burst into life at the 2022 World Cup, once again brought his best game to the big stage in Hamburg as Poland looked to have frustrated their opponents, despite injured striker ...

Euro-2024: Today's Matches
Euro-2024: Today's Matches

Following the debut of the first major teams, including host nation Germany, the Euro continues with the third day on Sunday. On the schedule is the first match of France's group (Group D), featuring the Netherlands against Poland. Touted as one of the favorites to lift the Henri-Delaunay trophy on July 14, England will also begin its campaign ...

Italy Recovers From Disastrous Start to Win Euro-2024 Opener
Italy Recovers From Disastrous Start to Win Euro-2024 Opener

Italy recovered from conceding the fastest goal in the competition's history to get their defense of the European Championship title off to a winning start on Saturday, as they came back to beat Albania 2-1 in front of a partisan crowd. Nedim Bajrami stunned the Italians and delighted a huge Albanian support in Dortmund as he smashed in the ...

Spain Romp Past Croatia in Opener as Yamal Makes Euros History
Spain Romp Past Croatia in Opener as Yamal Makes Euros History

Spain made a dream start to Euro 2024 as Alvaro Morata scored in a statement 3-0 victory over Croatia in Berlin on Saturday, with Lamine Yamal becoming the youngest player in the competition's history. The three-time European champions have often been accused of being toothless in attack during recent major tournaments but produced an eye-catching ...

Basketball – BCLA: Riyadi Crowned Asian Champions
Basketball – BCLA: Riyadi Crowned Asian Champions

Undefeated since the beginning of the Asian Club Championship (BCL Asia) in Dubai, Riyadi crowned their journey with a resounding victory in the final against Shabab al-Ahli (122-96). This triumph secures their third championship title in this competition, confirming their supremacy on the Asian stage. Riyadi is the art of basketball, with ...

Euro-2024: Is It Finally “Coming Home” This Time ?
Euro-2024: Is It Finally “Coming Home” This Time ?

On every international tournament, England fans always find a way to sing “it’s coming home”, when referring to the cup. However, no cup has come home since 1966, when England last won at home their first competition. This year, the Three Lions are the favourites to win the 2024 Euro, according to popular opinion. Led by a prolific Harry ...

Mavericks Humble Celtics 122-84 to Stay Alive in NBA Finals
Mavericks Humble Celtics 122-84 to Stay Alive in NBA Finals

Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks dominated Boston 122-84 on Friday to fend off elimination in the NBA Finals, denying the Celtics a sweep in the best-of-seven championship series. Doncic scored 25 of his 29 points in the first half and Kyrie Irving added 21 for the Mavs, who snapped the Celtics' 10-game playoff winning streak but still have a ...

Germany Hammer 10-Man Scotland to Launch Euro-2024
Germany Hammer 10-Man Scotland to Launch Euro-2024

Germany thrashed 10-man Scotland 5-1 as the Euro 2024 hosts kicked off the tournament in style in Munich on Friday, the start of a journey they hope culminates in a record fourth continental title. Florian Wirtz struck the opening goal 10 minutes in and Jamal Musiala soon doubled Germany's lead with an emphatic finish. "We couldn't have had a ...

Euro-2024: Today's Games
Euro-2024: Today's Games

After the opening game, where Germany secured a commanding 5-1 victory over Scotland on Friday, the Euro 2024 enters its second day on Saturday. The second game of Group A between Hungary and Switzerland will already provide an indicator of the group's underdog behind the host nation. This will be followed by the kickoff of Group B, known as the ...

Basketball-BCLA: Riyadi Final Bound
Basketball-BCLA: Riyadi Final Bound

Listen to the article [audio mp3="https://thisisbeirut.com.lb/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Riyadi-and-the-Hiroshima-Dragonflies-met-on-Friday-in-the-semifinals-of-the-Basketball-Champions.mp3"][/audio] Riyadi and the Hiroshima Dragonflies met on Friday in the semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia. Riyadi overcame the Dragonflies ...

Euro-2024 Group Stage: When and Where Are the Matches?
Euro-2024 Group Stage: When and Where Are the Matches?

Euro 2024 kicks off in Munich on Friday, 14 June, and ends with the final in Berlin on Sunday, 14 July. See dates, venues and schedule (Beirut times). Group stage 14 June Group A: Germany vs Scotland (Munich, 22:00) 15 June A: Hungary vs Switzerland (Cologne, 16:00) B: Spain vs Croatia (Berlin, 19:00) B: Italy vs Albania (Dortmund, ...

'Fear No One': Scotland Unafraid of Germany in Euro-2024 Opener
'Fear No One': Scotland Unafraid of Germany in Euro-2024 Opener

Scotland coach Steve Clarke said his team should "fear no one" ahead of Friday's opening match against Euro 2024 hosts Germany in Munich. Clarke hopes to become the first man to lead Scotland into the knockout phase of a major tournament, but his side faces a tough assignment against the three-time European champions. "We have a lot of respect ...